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Downtown HappeningsNovember 2012
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A full list of Upcoming Events is on Downtown Sebring's website.    

            

Nov. 3: 46th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
Planto attend the 46th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Festival, held on the Circle in Historic Downtown Sebring, including  popular Children's Street with a tent for children's activities, Culinary Street with an array of food vendors, and the Circle of Artists - fine artists and crafters that have made this Festival a premier venue.  For info, call (863) 385-6682; HighlandsArtLeague.org.  Co-sponsored by Sebring CRA.

Nov. 3 & 10: Zumba in the Park
Join us in Downtown Sebring's Sadie Kahn Park (located on N. Ridgewood Drive, two blocks off Circle Park) for a FREE Zumba fitness class taught by a certified Zumba Instructor starting at 10:00 AM.  If you are ready to party yourself into shape before the holidays, that's exactly what the ZumbaŽ program is all about. It's an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that's moving millions of people, of all fitness levels, toward joy and health.  Sponsored by South Florida State College.

Nov. 7-18: Highlands Little Theatre (HLT) presents "Annie"
"Annie", the always popular musical based on the Little Orphan Annie comic strip has won seven Tony Awards on Broadway. Call (863) 382-2525 or www.HighlandsLittleTheatre.org.

Nov. 10: Defiant7 MMA Fight
Defiant7 presents Clash of the Cage Warriors at Highlands Co. Fairgrounds Convention Center.  Doors open at 5 p.m. event from 6-10 p.m. Defiant7.com.

Nov. 13, 15, 20 & 27: 'Art Uncorked'
Highlands Art League's (HAL) new classes are a fun ways to explore your inner artist over wine.  Starting at 6:00 PM, enjoy painting one complete project per evening over wine.  Held at HAL's Visual Arts Center (1985 Lakeview Dr.).  Classes=$35, lasts about 2.5 hours and all supplies, wine and light snacks are included.  Reserve your spot or for more information, call (863) 385-6682 or HighlandsArtLeague.org.  Limit 20/class.

Nov. 9: Destination Downtown Sebring's "Wine, Walk & Shop"
Held the second Friday of each month, Sebring's Downtown will come alive with the unique and enjoyable monthly Destination Downtown Walk.  Celebrate each month with shopping, dining and strolling around the Downtown area 5-8 p.m. DestinationDowntownSebring.com.

Nov. 10: Saturday Night Cruise
Held the second Saturday of each month from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., cruisers come from near and far to Sebring's Downtown Circle to see classic cars, listen to live entertainment and enjoy delicious food.  SebringCruise.com

Nov. 12: Empty Bowls Lunc
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Sponsored by Heartland Food Bank, the 2012 Empty Bowls Luncheon is a "Soup Line" lunch with soup provided by Panera Bread and entertainment by the Sebring High School Show Choir from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Sebring Civic Center on Lake Jackson.  The Heartland Food Bank provides food to 20+ food pantries that, in turn, provide food to needy residents.  Tickets are $10 and may be obtained by calling (863) 385-7885 and are available at Kathy's Consignment and Frames & Images.

Nov. 17: Downtown Community Garage Sale & Farmers Market
Bargain shoppers and browsers, stop by Downtown Sebring from 7AM-1PM for our local monthly garage sales. For space information, call (863) 382-2649 or visit www.DestinationDowntownSebring.com.

Nov. 21: Pilgrim Palooza
Join the Avon Park Jaycees as they celebrate Pilgrim Palooza at the Highlands Co Fairgrounds Convention Center 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.  A concert featuring the most recent winner from the TV show Music Nation's Next GAC Star, One Night Rodeo.  21+ and beverages served all night w/$30 advance; $35 at door. PilgrimPalooza.com.

Nov. 24-25: Holiday Bazaar
Stop and shop the Holiday Bazaar at Dee's Restaurant on N. Ridgewood Dr. just off the Circle.  Featuring independent reps from Mary Kay, Avon, Tupperware, Thirty-One, Paparazzi Jewelry & Accessories, Body by Vi, Artistry, Scentsy & local vendors selling handmade gifts, woodworking, scrapbooking. For information, email YinYangJB@yahoo.com.  

November 27: "What's Up Downtown?" Meeting
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will host its monthly "What's Up Downtown?" meeting; location TBD.  These monthly meetings are open to the public.  Anyone who has an interest in Downtown Sebring is encouraged to attend.

Nov. 29: Chalk Painting Furniture Workshop

From 10am to 4pm, paint furniture - $125 (includes lunch).  To register for the class and reserve your spot or for more information, call (863) 385-6682 or visit www.HighlandsArtLeague.org.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1: Central Florida BBQ Festival
Enjoy live music, BBQ contest, food vendors, beer, Peoples Choice Awards, flea market & tractor parade.  Free admission 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM at the Firemen's Field Sebring Fairgrounds.  For information, SebringFiremen.com or email JimFortner@ymail.com.
"Wine, Walk & Shop" Downtown Sebring Nov. 9
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Join us in Downtown Sebring on Friday, Nov. 9 as Destination Downtown Sebring celebrates "Wine, Walk & Shop" from 5-8 PM.  Enjoy wine and beer tastings, live music and charming Downtown while you stroll, drink and shop for gifts, collectibles, antiques, books, fashions and more!  For more information, visit
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As you start your holiday shopping, don't forget to use your FREE 'Buy Downtown Sebring' card that will help you save money at over 30 Downtown businesses, support our local economy and preserve local jobs.  Here are a few facts:
  • Local businesses reinvest in the local economy 60% more than chains.
  • Small businesses account for 75% of all new jobs in this country.
  • Small business employs over half of all U.S. workers.
Use your 'Buy Downtown Sebring' card to save money on food, gifts, office supplies, home decor, clothing, art & culture, and entertainment.  Support Downtown businesses and save money.  Cards available at participating merchants and Chamber offices.  Details at www.BuyDowntownSebring.com. 
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"Savor the Flavor Month" in Downtown Sebring 

The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Downtown Sebring Monthly Promotional Campaign celebrates November's theme "Savor the Flavor"  
with all things food.  From a Wine Walk to Culinary Street to Art Uncorked to BBQ Festival, there are a lot of fun events 'cooking' in Downtown Sebring this month (see list to left).  Below are participating merchants who are offering specials to 'Savor the Flavor.'   
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Archer's Art
- Hosting a Pumpkin Coloring & Decorating Contest during November.  Stop by the gallery, decorate your pumpkin and you could win a prize. Two age categories.

Brenner Pottery
- Offering 20% discount on Wine Glasses & Carafes in November. 

Children's Museum of the Highlands
- Every Thursday in November, have "Fun With Food" at the Museum from 5-8 PM.  Fun food crafts to help everyone 'Savor the Flavor.'

Dee's Restaurant
- During the month of November, buy 2 entrees, get a free dessert.

Frames & Images
- Spend $100+ and get a free coffee mug.

Garden Cafe - Save $3 off the purchase of two dinner entrees.  Valid for dinner only; one discount per table per visit.

Kathy's Consignment
- Enjoy 10% off all full-priced cocktail, party and gala dresses. 

Mermaid's Castle
- Offering a "Fall Harvest" treat of the day for sale, including Apple Cider, Caramel Apples and more.

Scosta Supply & Interiors
- Get a free set of porcelain coasters with purchase.

Still Chic Boutique
- Enjoy 10% off all full-priced cocktail, party and gala dresses.   
  

Fine Arts & Crafts Festival Kicks Off Holiday Gift Buying
 
artist1 The Sebring Fine Arts & Crafts Festival is a great place to start your holiday shopping.  The 46th Annual Festival will feature artists from around the U.S. displaying their art in several mediums including painting, photography, wood working, ceramics pottery, fabric, metal and garden art.

Plan now to attend the Festival on Saturday, artist2 Nov. 3 from 9 AM-4 PM, which will be held on the Circle in Historic Downtown Sebring. It will include the popular Children's Street with a tent for children's activities, Culinary Street with an array of food vendors, and, of course, the Circle of Artists - the fine artists and crafters that have made this Festival a premier venue.  For information, call (863) 385-6682 or visit www.HighlandsArtLeague.org
 

Zumba Fitness in the Park 
zumba Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That's exactly what the ZumbaŽ program is all about. It's an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™ that's moving millions of people, of all fitness levels, toward joy and health.  And now you can enjoy these classes for FREE in Downtown Sebring's Sadie Kahn Park (located two blocks off the Circle on N. Ridgewood Dr.) with a Certified Zumba Instructor sponsored by South Florida State College. Classes held at 10:00 AM on the following Saturdays: Nov. 3, Nov. 10, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 15.


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